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The Thompson & Morgan Poppy Candy Floss is ideal for home gardeners looking to add a touch of rare, pastel elegance to their cottage garden borders or floral arrangements. These unique, frilly lilac-pink blooms serve as a stunning focal point, though prospective growers should note that the plant is harmful if ingested, making it unsuitable for areas accessible by pets or small children. Supplied as a packet of 250 seeds, this hardy annual variety offers a reliable way to achieve voluminous, pom-pom-like flowers throughout the summer months.
| Model Part Number | 24286 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thompson & Morgan |
You should sow the seeds between March and May directly into the garden soil.
They can reach a mature height of up to 90cm (approximately 35.4 inches).
No, they are a hardy annual variety, meaning they complete their life cycle in one season.
Yes, they make fantastic cut flower displays for your home.
Poppies generally perform well in well-cultivated soil; ensure your soil is raked to a fine tilth before sowing for the best start.
No, the plant is harmful if eaten, so it should be planted in areas inaccessible to pets.
Ensure seeds were not planted too deeply and the soil was kept consistently moist during the first few weeks.
This often occurs when plants do not receive enough direct sunlight; ensure the planting site gets full sun throughout the day.
Ensure seedlings were thinned to the proper 15-30cm distance to prevent overcrowding, which restricts nutrient uptake.
Sowing Instructions
Prepare your soil by raking it to a fine tilth to ensure good contact with the seed. Sow the seeds thinly, just below the soil surface, between March and May.
Spacing and Position
Choose a position in full sun to ensure the plants develop their signature frilly blooms. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them to a spacing of 15-30cm apart to ensure adequate airflow and room for the stems to grow to their full 90cm height.
Maintenance
